Outstanding Test Frames for Innovation Ideasmarine solutions
An innovative grout bag support frame was tested to full scale to prove to their client that the innovative concept could meet all offshore requirements.
The steel design for the test frame was provided by Think Structural on time and budget.
challenge
The biggest challenge to the pipeline support project was the steep slope of support base. With the grout bag landing on the slope, overall stability was a large concern. The slope section was constructed using shotcrete to provide the unique profile of the seabed.
solution
Design of steel test frame design that could handle test load and still be easily fabricated. The solution was a 2-part frame built with lower and upper section transport by truck to test yard.
results
The steep slope of the test frame presented many challenges for the design. TS innovative test frame and bag support frame achieved all client’s expectations and delivered a product on time and on budget.
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